Testimonials
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“Lawrence helped me think sharper, decide faster, and act with purpose.
When I started coaching with Lawrence, it was part of a company initiative to help senior leaders expand their leadership capabilities. What I didn’t expect was how personal and transformative the experience would become. Lawrence created a space where I could openly discuss complex work and life challenges without judgment. Through our conversations, I learned to explore my leadership style, understand my emotional triggers, and respond to situations with greater clarity and composure. His approach helped me shift from being reactive to being intentional, both in how I lead others and how I manage myself.
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One of the most powerful moments in our work together was discovering my leadership voice through the 5 Voices framework. Understanding how my voice impacts others—and how theirs impacts me—completely changed the way I communicate and build relationships. Lawrence also introduced the concept of creating “white space” to reset and gain perspective, which has been invaluable for my focus and performance.
Working with Lawrence has made me a more confident, patient, and empathetic leader. I’ve grown in ways I didn’t realize were possible, professionally and personally. If you’re serious about growing as a leader and learning to lead with more self-awareness and balance, Lawrence will help you unlock that next level.”
JOEL
Senior Director, Northrop Grumman
“Over the course of five months working with Lawrence, I experienced meaningful growth in both the strategic and operational aspects of my leadership.
As a direct result of our work together, I’ve been able to create significantly more balance and margin in my schedule — reducing unnecessary meetings and reclaiming an estimated 3–5 hours per week while becoming more focused and effective as a leader.
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Lawrence brings a rare combination of executive presence, thoughtful challenge, and practical leadership insight. His coaching style consistently pushed me toward greater clarity and ownership through powerful questions and highly applicable frameworks that translated directly into measurable improvements in how I lead.
One of the most impactful concepts from our coaching was learning how to become a ‘grounding presence’ for my team — creating greater calm, confidence, and stability within complex and high-pressure environments. The impact of our coaching extended beyond my individual leadership. I later incorporated several of Lawrence’s frameworks and exercises into a leadership development session for nearly 50 leaders across Exelon, helping broaden the conversation around intentional leadership, prioritization, and sustainable effectiveness.
I would strongly recommend Lawrence to leaders looking to elevate both their effectiveness and their long-term leadership impact.”
TIMOTHY K, MBA, PMP
Senior Manager, Exelon Corporation
“Working with Lawrence challenged me to think differently about leadership and about how I think. Rather than simply helping me solve problems, he consistently helped me examine the assumptions, patterns, and blind spots driving my decisions. That shift alone has had a lasting impact on how I lead.
One of the most valuable outcomes from our coaching was learning to focus on insight rather than trying to understand every detail. As someone leading highly complex and ambiguous initiatives, that mindset helped me become more comfortable navigating uncertainty, make decisions with greater confidence, and lead with more ease in situations where there isn't always a clear answer.
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Lawrence also helped me approach difficult leadership conversations differently. In one situation, I was struggling with how to address a peer whose involvement was creating confusion and slowing progress. Rather than avoiding the conversation or trying to manage someone else's reaction, Lawrence challenged me to get clear about what I actually wanted to communicate. That shift helped me have a direct and productive conversation, establish healthier boundaries, and move forward with significantly greater peace of mind.
A particularly memorable coaching conversation centered around my team's DISC profiles. Lawrence quickly recognized that while I naturally move fast and thrive on ideas and change, many members of my team needed greater structure, consistency, and clarity to perform at their best. That insight changed how I approached communication, team meetings, and leadership rhythms.
What I appreciated most was Lawrence's ability to provide an outside perspective that challenged my thinking in practical ways. I would absolutely recommend working with a coach who can help you see what you can't see yourself and elevate not only what you're doing, but how you're thinking as a leader.”
SUNEETHA P
Director of Smart Grid, Planning, and Innovation, ComEd
“After taking Lawrence's “Break Your Brain” workshop in 2023, I was struck by how it challenged my approach to my career and helped me refocus on my motivations.
I signed up for coaching to continue that journey and dive even deeper into learning about myself and unlocking my leadership potential. What I appreciated most was Lawrence’s unique approach.
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Often, I'd come into a session uncertain about what we’d discuss, only to discover—through his skillful questioning—that there was a lot on my mind that I hadn’t been acknowledging. Lawrence creates a comfortable, open environment where I felt safe to share and be vulnerable, allowing us to explore insights I hadn’t recognized before. His patience and supportive nature have been instrumental in making our coaching relationship productive and impactful.
As a naturally confident person, it was a surprise to realize how my own mental barriers were subtly holding me back. Working with Lawrence helped me uncover these barriers and understand how they translated into behaviors that were limiting my growth. Identifying and addressing these obstacles has been transformative for me—I now have a renewed confidence in my leadership brand and a clearer path for personal growth. It’s remarkable how much we can stand in our own way without even realizing it, and Lawrence provided the tools I needed to overcome these invisible limits.
One of the most powerful moments in our coaching was realizing how deeply I cared about others' opinions and how this mindset influenced every aspect of my life. With Lawrence’s guidance, I was able to reframe my perspective, which genuinely unlocked a new level of confidence.
For anyone considering coaching, my advice is to go for it. Lawrence’s insights made me see how my habitual behaviors and mindset weren’t serving me the way I thought they were. Investing in yourself might feel challenging but investing in yourself is the best decision you can make.
SIMON F
Senior Manager, RTX
“When I began coaching with Lawrence, I wanted to deepen my self-awareness as a leader and develop practical techniques to better understand and motivate my team.
Lawrence exceeded those expectations. He’s real. He doesn’t just tell you what you want to hear, but what you need to hear. His honesty, insight, and practical tools challenged me to look at my leadership differently, and the impact has been immediate and measurable.
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Through our work, I gained clarity about my strengths, my communication style, and how to engage more effectively with my colleagues. The ‘Know Yourself to Lead Yourself’ framework was a breakthrough moment. It helped me understand my patterns and shift behaviors to create better outcomes. Hearing my team comment on how my leadership and communication had improved was deeply affirming.
Coaching with Lawrence has benefited not only my professional growth but my personal life as well. I’ve learned to lead with greater confidence, clarity, and empathy. For anyone considering working with Lawrence, I’d say this: if you’re ready to grow, he’ll meet you where you are and help you reach a level of leadership you didn’t think was possible.”
BRENT F
Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Western University of Health Sciences
“Working with Lawrence has been nothing short of transformational. As a COO navigating a challenging season of transition, I felt depleted and stuck after years of pushing through obstacles that seemed endless.
Lawrence helped me shift from survival mode to strategic leadership—reclaiming my energy, clarity, and confidence. His coaching guided me to identify what was truly holding me back and develop the mindset and systems to overcome it.
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As a result, I’ve led my organization to new levels of efficiency and team development, strengthened communication across departments, and increased sales performance. I’m now operating with renewed purpose and effectiveness, leading from vision instead of exhaustion. Lawrence’s coaching didn’t just change how I lead—it reignited why I lead.”
CATHLEEN C
COO, Passive Income MD
“Lawrence’s coaching has helped me grow into the grounded, self-aware leader I’ve always wanted to be.
One of my biggest breakthroughs came after a misunderstanding with our HR Director that caused real friction and affected my performance. Through Lawrence’s guidance, I learned how to approach healthy conflict conversations, something I had never truly done before. I realized that when I was upset, I tended to shut down and silently write people off instead of working through the issue. With Lawrence’s support, I found the courage and tools to address conflict directly and compassionately, and that changed everything.
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Not only did this repair my working relationship with HR, it rippled into my personal life as well. I now approach difficult conversations with empathy and confidence rather than avoidance or fear. This shift has strengthened my relationships, elevated my emotional intelligence, and improved how I’m perceived as a leader within my organization. Lawrence’s blend of insight, patience, and powerful questions gave me the awareness and skill set to turn tension into trust and become a more emotionally intelligent, respected leader.
Marissa B
Director, US DOD
“Before I began coaching with Lawrence, I felt unsure in my decisions and longed for a trusted, confidential space to process my thoughts.
As a senior leader, it’s hard to find someone you can be fully transparent with without undermining your credibility. Lawrence became that safe sounding board. His wisdom, integrity, and genuine care created an environment where I could be honest about my challenges and explore solutions without judgment. I often leave our sessions feeling lighter, clearer, and more confident—and I find myself reviewing our conversations throughout the week as anchors for my leadership.
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Lawrence doesn’t hand you answers—he helps you discover them within yourself. In one instance, I was completely stuck dealing with a difficult top report and couldn’t see a way forward. Through our coaching, Lawrence guided me to reframe the situation, see new options, and craft a response that strengthened both trust and accountability. That’s what makes him remarkable: he’s not just a coach, he’s a guide for your leadership and your soul. If you’re serious about growth and want to unlock every ounce of your potential, coaching with Lawrence will get you there.
TIMOTHY G
CEO, Inspire Community
“As a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch, I’ve worked with many high-performing professionals, but coaching with Lawrence was truly a transformative experience.
His ability to challenge my thinking while fueling my confidence helped me rediscover both creativity and discipline in my work. One of the most impactful moments came from an exercise Lawrence led called the “Perfect Workday.” Through that process, I redesigned how I approached my time, cutting out unnecessary meetings, streamlining communication, and creating a powerful, energizing workflow. The result was a 40% increase in productivity and client effectiveness, as well as the freedom to spend more time on what truly matters—my clients, my health, and my family.
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What sets Lawrence apart is his rare combination of corporate fluency and genuine compassion. He doesn’t give you the answers; he helps you unlock them within yourself. His insights strengthened not just my leadership mindset, but my ability to serve clients with greater presence, empathy, and impact. Working with Lawrence helped me elevate my performance while restoring balance to my personal life, a level of growth I didn’t realize was possible before coaching.
DAVID B
Financial Solutions Advisor, Merril Lynch
“Working with Lawrence has been a game-changer for me and ignited a newfound sense of purpose and ambition in my career. Through his expert coaching, he has given me the tools to navigate challenges with resilience, creativity, and curiosity.
Lawrence's approach involves some tough love, pushing boundaries, and encouraging self-reflection to help you realize your true potential; he doesn't settle for surface-level answers. He digs deep to help uncover your true potential, which has helped to reshape my perspective and opened my eyes to new possibilities in both my personal life and career.
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Our conversations helped me to reflect and envision a future that aligns with my passions and aspirations. He empowers you to step our of your comfort zone, seize the opportunities that you might never has considered otherwise, and realize that you play a vital role in shaping your own experiences.
I wholeheartedly recommend Lawrence to anyone seeking not only career guidance, but a true catalyst for personal and professional transformation. His skills, insights, and unwavering commitment have had an immeasurable impact on my life, for which I am profoundly grateful.
MARITZA R
Team Lead, NASA Jet Propulsion Lab
“Working with Lawrence has been nothing short of life-changing.
He helped me uncover deeply rooted beliefs that were quietly shaping how I showed up at work and in life. One major breakthrough came when I realized I had avoided building a relationship with my CFO for nearly three years because I believed she had something against me. Through coaching, Lawrence helped me see that this story was holding me back from influence and opportunity. With his guidance, I reframed my mindset, began initiating conversations, and rebuilt trust—not only with my CFO but with other senior stakeholders as well.
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That single shift became a turning point in my career. I started showing up with confidence, communicating my value, and strengthening key relationships across the organization. Within months, those changes accelerated my path to promotion. Lawrence’s coaching gave me the courage to step into my power, release old fears, and lead from authenticity. I’m more balanced, intentional, and fulfilled than ever before—and deeply grateful for how this experience has transformed both my mindset and my career trajectory.
Sandy L
Senior Finance Manager, Collins Aerospace
“Prior to meeting Lawrence, I was, in short, successful and accomplished a lot of goals in my career.
I was always very ambitious and went after a number of opportunities. You can say that it stemmed from wanting to achieve my goals and feel accomplished. But for some reason or the other, my mindset was not in-line with how leaders should view their position. I needed to recalibrate.
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Despite my personal success, my work-life balance needed addressing after so many years of working hard and chasing opportunities, I finally sought out a coaching opportunity as I was feeling as if I was falling short of my real goals in life.
My initial thought in having a coach was skeptical to say the least, however I was determined to figure out things about myself and who I am as a leader and visionary. Lawrence first meeting with me went well. He challenged me to really think and understand, and his magic was working on me. Before I knew it, I started to truly understand my own frustrations and limits. For the first time in a long time, I reconnected with my true authentic self!
Through the work I experienced by working with Lawrence, I’ve changed for the betterment of me and the people I work with inside and outside of my professional life. I have a lighter tone and greater feeling of being empowered by my own thoughts and emotions.
Lawrence helped me break through my mental block. I’ve successfully started to take charge of my own career and seek out the right opportunities that align with my vision and goals. My communication has increased and are now effective and bold with meaning.
I encourage you to take that step and seek out a coaching opportunity with Lawrence. He will help you in ways that you never imagined. Sometimes you just need that extra bit of motivation from someone who really takes the time to be a mirror and help you through it all. Lawrence is that and so much more!”
JOHNNY R
Quality Assurance, NASA JPL
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Before working with Lawrence, I was overwhelmed by too many ideas and felt stuck about where to start. Through his coaching, I created a clear vision that reignited my excitement for the future and turned big dreams into actionable steps. Lawrence’s powerful questions and mindset work helped melt away limiting stories, giving me clarity, confidence, and the courage to build the transformational business I’ve always envisioned.
Susanna
Owner, The Embodyment -
Lawrence helped me see my true value as a creative entrepreneur and own my genius. With his guidance, I gained clarity on my niche, aligned my pricing with my worth, and began attracting the right clients. For the first time, I built my business on my terms instead of playing by unspoken industry rules. That clarity and confidence changed everything—I scaled my company, grew my following, and ultimately sold my business at a value I’m proud of. Lawrence’s coaching helped me design success on my own terms and step fully into the next chapter of my career.”
Charmain
Owner, Emblem Flowers -
Lawrence made a significant impact on me with his presentation at the Los Angeles Powur Day. His ability to inspire change and improvement of the mind, especially in a way that’s methodical and effective, is impressive. It’s always encouraging to see someone effectively motivate others to take action and implement new ideas, no matter their stage in life. A virtual high five to Lawrence for his impactful presentation!
REED BONHAM
Powur Solar Consultant -
Lawrence's depth of knowledge and experience is impressive, and his openness made me feel comfortable exploring various modalities and processes. These tools helped me gain new perspectives on myself and my work, which was invaluable. The results we achieved together were remarkable. While working with Lawrence, I launched three new business endeavors and developed a powerful framework to communicate our company values and branding effectively. One of the most memorable moments in our coaching journey was discovering my leadership voice. Identifying my natural wiring as an archetype that values systems, execution, and repeatable process, brought me such clarity about my operating style and strengths. This insight has significantly improved my work performance and relationships with others. For anyone considering hiring a coach, I wholeheartedly encourage you to take the leap. Coaching with Lawrence was a transformative action step that propelled my business and personal growth to the next level in a holistic and integrated way. His expertise and guidance are truly exceptional, and I am grateful for the profound impact he has had on my life and career.
Amanda
Founder, House of Hew -
This was one of my favorite workshops to date! Thank you for bringing such a wonderful program to our team. Lawrence knocked it out of the park!
Lindsey Bonfiglio
Executive VP of HR, C3 Insurance -
“Lawrence has the core trait of being an effective coach: kind and deep listening. He genuinely enjoys their company and values the opportunity to be with them. He honors their sacredness by being fully present.”
NIKHIL PAUL
We R Human -
Thank you for challenging us to make bold requests. It got me out of my comfort zone and now I am seeing the fruits of communicating my needs and wants! I got my dream job in my dream city and a promotion!
Julia
Rayheon -
“I had a pivotal moment where my potential was unlocked through Lawrence’s unique and insightful approach.”
NICHOLAS WONG
Lawrence Livermore National Laborator -
"Lawrence opened up my eyes to see what is possible for me and helped paint a bigger vision for myself than I had previously imagined."
JOSHUA CHEN
Executive Director Axia Project -
“Lawrence provides powerful insights that have elevated my leadership. His coaching challenges how I think, act, and manage, allowing me to step into the best version of myself as a leader.”
Sundarsan Venkatachalam
Nestle Corporation -
Lawrence helps me to see all my ideas in order and what can be done sooner and what to see later. I appreciate that he reminds me of what thrills me and wakes me up every morning. I was able to see new possibilities on how to make my business dreams happen. I leave every call with clear action steps.
Maria Martinez
Business Owner -
"Lawrence coached me through my unorganized thoughts and helped me articulate my ideas and plans effectively with clarity."
DERYCK ARTERO
Content Creator -
Lawrence’s workshop was transformational. What he shared didn’t just resonate with me as an Asian professional — it transcended that experience. His approach gave me the confidence and tools to uplift my team and bring these lessons back to our company. I left inspired to lead and teach others with the same energy he brought to the room
Taylor Kon-Hanada
Superintendent, Mortenson -
I'm so grateful Lawrence shared his 'Break Your Brain' insights, tactics, and training with our Powur Solar team. The feedback was fantastic.
John Bobnes
President, The Bobnes Group
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